Welcoming twins into your family is an extraordinary joy, and as a concerned parent, your top priority is ensuring their safety and comfort wherever they go.
When it comes to traveling by car, choosing the right car seats for your twins is crucial. But with so many options available, finding the best car seats for twins can be overwhelming.
To help you navigate the world of car seats for twins. We did the heavy lifting to find the best car seats on the market, taking into consideration safety, ease of use and installation, comfort, and price.
We’ll also explore the different types of car seats suitable for twins, such as rear-facing infant carriers, convertible car seats, or all-in-one options.
If you have or expecting a preemie, read the best car seats for preemies.
In a hurry? Pick one of these
Graco SnugRide SnugFit 35 DLX (Best easy-install Infant carrier for twins)
Chicco KeyFit 35 Zip ClearTex (Best compact infant carrier for twins)
Safety 1st OnBoard 35 LT (Best lighweight infant carrier for twins)
Britax B-Safe Gen 2 (Best comfortable infant carrier for twins)
Graco 4Ever 4-in-1 (Best all-in-1 convertible car seat for twins)
5 Best car seats for Twins (Reviewed By CPST)
Graco SnugRide SnugFit 35 DLX (Best easy-to-install Infant Car Seat for twins)
- Weight & Height limits: Rear-facing 4-35 lbs. and 32” or less
- Dimensions: D27.5 X W17.5 x H25.5 inches
- Weight: 9.8 lbs (carrier only)
- Price: $229
Installing a car seat for twins can be twice as challenging, but the SnugLock feature on the Graco Snugfit 35 DLX helps you install the car seat in less than one minute using the vehicle seat belt or LATCH.
We love that the Snuglock technology guarantees a safe installation. And when doing a baseless installation, the lock-off device helps to ensure that the seat belt is properly tensioned, reducing the risk of the car seat in case of an accident.
The Graco Snuglock Snugfit 35 DLX also comes with an anti-Rebound Bar, providing an additional rear-facing safety layer.
A couple of other standout features of this seat are the silent shade canopy that adjusts without disturbing the baby. It’s also equipped with a one-hand-adjust handle that makes taking the baby in and out of the seat so easy.
On the flip side, this seat is heavy weighing about 10 pounds. So, carrying around two car seats can be challenging.
Good to know: The Graco Snuglock Snugfit 35 DLX is compatible with all Graco strollers. We recommend getting a Graco double stroller to make traveling with your twins less tiring.
Key selling features
- Anti-rebound bar
- No-rethread Harness
- One-hand adjustable handle
- A Silent Shade canopy
- EPS energy-absorbing foam
- Impact absorption zone
- Deluxe push-on LATCH
- Euro-routing allowed for baseless installs
- Ergonomic handle to make carrying comfortable
- Removable head and body pillows
- Rapid remove cover for easy cleaning
Chicco KeyFit 35 Zip ClearTex (Best narrow infant carrier for twins)
- Weight & Height limits: Rear-facing 4-35 lbs. and 32” or less
- Dimensions: D28″ x W16.5″ x H24″
- Weight: 8.5 lbs (carrier only)
- Price: $269.99
We are a fan of Chicco’s Keyfit line, particularly, the Chicco Keyfit 30 which is by the way a great car seat for both preemies and twins.
In this roundup, we introduced another outperforming Chicco model, the Chicco Keyfit 35 Zip. The Keyfit 35 has the same exceptional features the Keyfit 30 has but with the added advantage of a higher weight limit.
The Keyfit 35 is a slim car seat, only 16.5 inches wide. That’s a plus because you need to install two car seats in the backseat of your car, maybe 3 if you have a third child.
Being a busy mom myself, I really appreciate the Zip feature that this seat comes with. It allows for hassle-free removal of the seat cover when I need to wash it. And I believe this feature is going to be a game-changer for parents with twins.
In case you’re curious, the ClearTex feature of Keyfit 35 Zip means that it’s free of any fire-retardant chemicals.
Key selling features
- Integrated anti-rebound bar
- Steel-reinforced seatbelt locking system
- ClearTex® fabric features no added chemicals
- Easy-Extend Headrest System
- Integrated European belt routing
- UPF 50+ canopy with zip-open mesh panel
- Quick-remove seat pad
- Chicco strollers compatible
- Fire Retardants free
Good to know: As mentioned the Chicco Keyfit 30 is also a great car seat choice for twins. It’s lightweight, comfortable, and less expensive than the Keyfit 35 Zip.
Safety 1st OnBoard 35 LT (Best lighweight infant carrier for twins)
- Weight & Height limits: Rear-facing 4-35 lbs. and 32” or less
- Dimensions: D15.75″ x W18″ x H30.5″
- Weight: 7.9 lbs (carrier only)
- Price: $129.99
If you are looking for a budget car seat for twins, the Safety 1st OnBoard is our pick for you. It’s not only affordable but also lightweight and parents of twins certainly need an ultra-lightweight car seat. Weighing only 7.9 pounds, The Safety 1st OnBoard 35 is the lightest car seat on this roundup.
The Safety 1st OnBoard can accommodate babies from 4 to 35 pounds. It comes with plush infant padding and the harness straps adjust perfectly on tiny babies.
Given the price point of this seat, it isn’t the most user-friendly. For example, the base doesn’t feature as many recline options as we prefer, and the harness will require rethreading as the baby grows.
Good to know: The onBoard 35 LT is also available as a part of the Smooth Ride travel system.
Key selling features
- Ergonomic carry handle
- 4 harness heights for a secure fit
- Comfortable newborn support inserts
- Machine washable and dryer-safe cover
- Clear labels and instructions
- LATCH connectors
- Lightweight design
Britax B-Safe Gen 2 (Best comfortable infant carrier for twins)
- Weight & Height limits: 4-35 pounds, up to 32 inches tall
- Dimensions: D26.6 x W17.9 x H25.85 inches
- Weight: 10.6 pounds (carrier only)
- Price: $219.99
What used to be the Britax B-Safe 35 is now called Britax B-Safe Gen 2, an updated version of the original B-Safe 35.
The new B-Safe Gen 2 along with its variations the Flexfit and the Flexfit+ offer more space, comfort, and safety. This makes it one of our highly recommended seats for parents of twins that can afford the price.
Safety-wise, this seat is made of steel and features side impact protection (hence the deep sidewalls). The installation has never been an issue with Britax car seats, this seat, in particular, is easy to install, equipped with built-in lock-offs and push-button LATCH connectors.
Other things you get with this seat are the naturally flame-retardant fabric (no added FR chemicals), and washable and dryer-safe covers. On the flip side, the B-Safe Gen2 is not the most portable car seat, especially if you have two little ones to tote around.
Good to know: The Flexfit has all the mentioned features plus a no rethreaded harness which means you can adjust the harness high with a push of a button. And if you like having extra rear-facing protection (aka anti-rebound bar), go for the Flexfit+.
Key selling features
- SafeCell crumple zone on the base
- Steel frame in the base
- Seat belt lockoff on the base
- Premium push-button connectors
- SafeCell impact protection
- Safe Wash cover (dryer friendly!)
- Reasonably sized UPF 50+ canopy
- Ergonomic handle
Graco 4Ever 4-in-1 (Best all-in-1 convertible car seat for twins)
- Weight & Height limits: 4-120 pounds, up to 32 inches tall
- Dimensions: D20 x W21.5 x H24 inches
- Weight: 23 pounds
- Price: $329.97
For parents of twins who are looking for a convertible car seat, the Graco 4Ever 4-in-1 can grow with the child from birth through the booster stage.
And if you also decide to start with a convertible car seat for your twins, this may be the only seat you will ever need (what a great investment!).
To accommodate small babies of 4 pounds or more, the Graco 4Ever comes with a comfortable newborn insert. And as your child grows you can adjust the harness with a push of a button (no rethreading needed).
Graco 4Ever 4-in-1 is Protect Plus engineered which means it has what need to protect your baby in case of frontal, side, rear, and rollover crashes.
All-in-one car seats are usually huge and bulky and that’s true for the Graco 4Ever. It may not be the perfect seat to buy for twins if you have a small car.
Good to know: Convertible car seats cannot be used as a part of a travel system. They are not meant to be taken out once installed. To easily transport your twins, we recommend you start with an infant carrier.
Key selling features
- Simply safe adjust harness system with 10 headrest positions
- 6 position recline positions
- Exclusive In Right Latch
- Integrated belt lock-off for belt installation
- Machine washable, rapid remove cover
- Two cup holders
- 10 years of use
Graco Extend2fit 2-in-1 (Best Compact Convertible Car Seat For Twins)
- Weight & Height limits: Rear-facing ( 4-50 lb), forward-facing (22-65 lb)
- Dimensions: 21.5″D x 19.5″W x 23.5″H
- Weight: 19 pounds
- Price: $199.99
The Graco Extend2fit is one of the most front-to-back compact car seats you can find. It manages to sit upright while still giving your child a comfy recline.
Another feature we love about Extend2fit is the extended rear-facing weight limit. Most convertible car seats have a weight limit of 40 pounds only but the Extend2fit offers a whopping limit of 50 pounds.
The extended rear-facing advantage comes from the extendable foot panel that provides additional legroom for your child. However, by using these features, the rider sitting in the front has to sacrifice some of his legroom space.
On top of the compact size and the extended rear-facing, the Graco extend2fit is fairly easy to install, has solid protection for your child, and you won’t drain your wallet to buy two car seats for your twins.
Key selling features
- 4-position adjustable extension panel
- Graco ProtectPlus Engineered
- Up to 50 pounds rear-facing
- Simply Safe Adjust No-rethread headrest
- 3-in-1 option available (Extend2fit 3in1)
- Harness storage pockets
- Two Cup Holders
Graco Slimfit3 LX (Best 3-across-friendly car seat for twins)
- Weight & Height limits: Rear-facing (5-40 lb), forward-facing (22-65 lb), highback booster (40-100 lb)
- Dimensions: 20.7″D x 16.7″W x 24.5″H
- Weight: 19.2 pounds
- Price: $279.98
The Garco Slimfit3 LX is a convenient car seat choice for parents with twins because it’s designed to be narrow, allowing you to fit two or even three car seat side by side in most vehicles.
Plus, it’s a seat that can grow with your twins, the Slimfit3 LX 3-in-1 can be used as a rear-facing seat for newborns (5 pounds or more) until they are big enough to ride in a high-back booster.
It’s both a space-saving and cost-effective car seat. But It’s comfortable too, with plush padding, breathable fabric, and adjustable features.
Also, the Graco Slimfit3 LX features side-impact protection and it’s easy to install with the Graco InRight LATCH system.
Key selling features
- Steel-reinforced frame
- EPS energy-absorbing foam
- Graco ProtectPlus Engineered
- Fits 3 car seats across
- Graco ProtectPlus Engineered
- 10-position No-Rethread Harness
- Forward-facing Belt Lock-Off
- Breathable Mesh Channels
- Harness Storage
- Two cup holders
Car seats for twins Buyer Guide
What to look for when buying car seats for twins
1. Weight Requirements
When it comes to buying a car seat for twins, it’s important to keep in mind that they are usually born with lower birth weights than singletons, just like preemies. This means you should choose a car seat that has a low weight requirement so it’s appropriate for your twin’s size and weight.
Luckily, there are car seats that have a minimum weight limit of 4 pounds, which makes them suitable for preemies and twins.
While many convertible car seats are suitable for newborns, we recommend that you start with an infant car seat for twins or preemies. This is because infant car seats tend to be smaller and more compact inside to better accommodates and support your baby’s tiny body.
Convertible car seats, on the other hand, tend to be larger and more spacious.
Also, infant car seats can provide a more secure fit for smaller babies, which can help keep them safe and comfortable during car rides.
2. Comfort
Comfort is a big factor to consider when buying a car seat for twins. Look for a car seat with sufficient cushioning and support. Your twins will need a soft surface to rest on. Plus, a car seat with head support can help keep them in a safe and comfortable position.
Also, adjustability is also important when it comes to comfort. A car seat with adjustable straps and harnesses can be tightened or loosened as needed to ensure a proper fit for each baby.
For example, if one twin is smaller than the other, you need to independently adjust the harness and straps to fit the baby.
3. Fit in your car
Choosing a car seat that will fit and install properly in your car is another important thing to consider.
Car seats come in different sizes and shapes, and some may not fit properly in your vehicle, especially if you own a mid-sized or small car.
The best thing to do is do check what car seats are suited for your car’s brand and model.
4. Price
While the price should be the last of your worries when it comes to your twins’ safety. Cost is still an important consideration when buying two car seats not just one.
Car seats can vary widely in price, with some models costing several hundred dollars while others are more budget-friendly. The good news is all car seats are safe as they all meet international safety standards.
But, more expensive car seats feature additional safety and comfort features, such as side-impact protection, safety sensors, adjustable headrests, and extra padding which can provide better protection and comfort for your child.
That being said, you don’t necessarily need to purchase the most expensive car seat on the market to keep your child safe.
To keep your child safe, just choose a car seat that is suitable for your child’s age, weight, and height and install it correctly. A car seat does its job only when installed correctly.
Car seats for twins FAQs
Do they make car seats for twins?
Yes, while there are no car seats designed exclusively for twins, there are car seats available that are suitable for small babies, including twins and preemies. These car seats are designed to provide comfort and safety. They often come with features such as adjustable harnesses with small harness slots, padded and removable infant inserts, and compatibility with stroller systems.
Where to put car seats for twins?
The best place to put car seats for twins is wherever you can achieve the most secure installation. Where to place each car seat will depend on your vehicle’s model and space, and the car seat model you are using for both twins.
